Barack Obama
Former President referenced in foreign-policy contrasts
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Videos Mentioning Barack Obama
Full Length Episode | #171 | February 7, 2022
Cal Newport
Selected Ginny O'Dell's 'How to Do Nothing' as one of his best books of the year, highlighting its cultural impact.
Can the Left Course Correct? Sam Harris on Identity Politics & America's Future with Matt Yglesias
Sam Harris
Former President of the United States, whose presidency is referenced in discussions about the political climate and policy, including healthcare.
The Deep Life — Cal Newport
Tim Ferriss
Former U.S. President, who listed 'How to Do Nothing' as one of his favorite books.
E117: Did Stripe miss its window? Plus: VC market update, AI comes for SaaS, Trump's savvy move
All-In Podcast
Former U.S. President, cited for his 2014 statement that 'the Russians have escalatory dominance.'
A Conversation with Andrew Sullivan (Episode #223)
Sam Harris
Mentioned for his inspiring and ennobling presidency, yet also for having alienated some people. Biden is seen as potentially a better spokesman for 'Obamaism.'
Michael Schur — Lessons from "The Office" and SNL, Moral Philosophy, Storytelling, and More
Tim Ferriss
Former President of the United States who sent a handwritten note to Michael Schur expressing appreciation for The Good Place.
LA's Wildfire Disaster, Zuck Flips on Free Speech, Why Trump Wants Greenland
All-In Podcast
Former US President, whose administration was mentioned in the context of political pressure towards censorship faced by Facebook.
The All-In Holiday Spectacular
All-In Podcast
Considered the biggest political loser by one speaker, due to a perceived loss of integrity and truthfulness.
E112: Is Davos a grift? Plus: globalist mishaps, debt ceilings, TikTok's endgame & more
All-In Podcast
Former US President, whose lack of extensive prior experience as a senator is used as an example.
David Rubenstein — Raising Billions of Dollars & Advising Presidents
Tim Ferriss
Former U.S. President whose new autobiography (at the time of the recording) is well-written, though only one of two volumes was released.
E74: Market update, inverted yield curve, immigration, new SPAC rules, $FB smears TikTok and more
All-In Podcast
Praised for his de-escalation instincts in Ukraine and Syria, but noted that he was 'played' by the foreign policy establishment regarding Afghanistan.
Tim Urban: Tribalism, Marxism, Liberalism, Social Justice, and Politics | Lex Fridman Podcast #360
Lex Fridman
44th President of the United States, referenced in the context of voters who supported him but later switched to Trump, indicating their motivations were not purely partisan.
Trump wins! How it happened and what's next
All-In Podcast
Mentioned by Chamath as a politician he had dinner with; later criticized for his rhetoric during the recent election cycle.
John Doerr on Picking Winners — From Google in 1999 to the Climate Crisis Now | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
Former US President who stated the urgency of climate action, emphasizing that his generation is the last that can effectively address it.
E70: EMERGENCY POD! Russia invades Ukraine: Reactions, Putin's ambition, Biden's response and more
All-In Podcast
Former US President whose past statements on Ukraine's vulnerability to Russia and the US's core interests are quoted to support a non-interventionist stance.
Politics & Power: A Conversation with Rahm Emanuel (Episode #387)
Sam Harris
Former US President, cited as an example of a successful Democrat who balanced economics with a strong value system, and whose appeal is discussed.
E66: $FB's big drop, Rogan/Spotify mess, Xi/Putin meetup & supply chain issues with Ryan Petersen
All-In Podcast
Former US President, mentioned in the context of previous administrations' stance on censorship and current political blunders. His Spotify deal expired.
Repairing our Country: A Conversation with Jonah Goldberg (Episode #296)
Sam Harris
Stated multiple times he lacked the power to unilaterally enact DACA, but later did so, which was cheered by some political and media figures.
Mark Cuban: Love/Hate Relationship with Trump, Why He's Backing Kamala Harris
All-In Podcast
Former U.S. President, mentioned as someone Mark Cuban voted for twice.
#55–Jocko Willink Part 1 of 2: objective, strategy & tactics, leadership, protocols & lessons of war
Peter Attia MD
Former U.S. President, mentioned for his powerful display of emotion after a school shooting.
Jeremi Suri: History of American Power | Lex Fridman Podcast #180
Lex Fridman
Discussed regarding his role in expanding the military-industrial complex and continuation of wars, despite initial rhetoric. He is seen as a deep scholar of history.
E88: First principle politics, China chaos & outlook, state of private/public markets & more
All-In Podcast
Former US President, whose administration's actions with Solyndra and Tesla loans are discussed, and his past stance on codifying Roe v. Wade debated.
The Logic of Doomsday: A Conversation with William J. Perry (Episode #210)
Sam Harris
U.S. President who instituted a program for nuclear powers to improve safeguards on fissile material and also approved the nuclear modernization program.
Time Management for Mortals: A Conversation with Oliver Burkeman (Episode #289)
Sam Harris
Former US President, mentioned as an example of someone who might limit decisions (like suit choices) to preserve mental energy for consequential decisions.